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Can You Change Your Personality? Exploring New Research

1/5/2026

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Laurie Clarke explores the possibility of changing core personality traits based on emerging research.
She recalls recurring episodes of neuroticism and past panic attacks and notes that her anxiety has lessened over time through self-improvement efforts.
Her editor suggests she experiment with personality tweaks, referencing the scientifically supported Big Five model.
The Big Five framework includes dimensions like openness and neuroticism, offering a framework for understanding personality changes.

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Story summary

Laurie Clarke explores the possibility of changing core personality traits based on emerging research.
She recalls recurring episodes of neuroticism and past panic attacks and notes that her anxiety has lessened over time through self-improvement efforts.
Her editor suggests she experiment with personality tweaks, referencing the scientifically supported Big Five model.
The Big Five framework includes dimensions like openness and neuroticism, offering a framework for understanding personality changes.